Paraphalaenopsis denevei
Also known as: de Nevi's Paraphalaenopsis or Phalaenopsis denevei var. alba in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
General Information
de Nevi's Paraphalaenopsis is a monopodial hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Dutch Orchid Collector in Dutch Indies 18-1900's.
Plant Description
Monopodial. Grows to 75cm. Each new growth has numerous thick leaves that grow to 1-70cm long. The plant forms pendant or arching growths
Flowers
Numerous long lasting, fragrant blossoms appear
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Substrate(s)
- Coarse
- Charcoal
- Spaghnum Moss
- Perlite
- IsFragrant
Climate
Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 165mm to 389mm per day, heaviest in November and lightest in July. Humidity ranges from 79% to 87%, highest in October and lowest in July. Temperature ranges from 22C to 31C, highest in May (23C to 31C) and lowest in January (22C to 29C).
Watering
These orchids prefer a wet-dry cycle between waterings, they should be watered frequently but only when the moisture is approaching dryness, where the pot feels light and/or the media looks dry. Keep an eye on mounted orchids in warm weather as they may dehydrate quickly.
Fertiliser
Apply liquid based fertiliser per recommended directions. They can benefit from a high phosphate fertiliser leading up to flowering season, followed by a high nitrogen fertiliser when new growth appears, and a balanced fertiliser in other times. These orchids can also tolerate slow release fertiliser applied 1-2 pellets per cup (250ml) of media.
Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer. Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant.Potting
This plant does very well in baskets or suspended pots This plant does well mounted. Repotting is best done annually.
